Millfield Allotments Association constitution, providing information about the purposes and details of the Association. Association Constitution: NAME: The name of the Association shall be “Millfield Allotments Association” OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSOCIATION: The Association exists: To promote the interests of allotment holders and to take joint action for the benefit of members To co-operate with any committee set up by government, local authorities or other bodies, to further the interests of allotment holders To co-operate with any committee, local authority, national or local body set up to provide seeds, potatoes, tools etc for allotment holders To take whatever steps required with the local authority for the good management and cultivation of allotment gardens To protect members from damage, trespass or theft where ever possible To approve the appointment of Trustees for the Millfield Allotment site, as provided for by any lease between the Association and Swale Borough Council or its successors To arrange lectures, film shows, demonstrations, competitions and other social events To co-operate with other gardening associations in matters of mutual interest MEMBERS: Membership shall be open to all persons who are current, legal and paid-up (or agreed free-of-charge) holders of allotment gardens on the Millfield Site. SUBSCRIPTIONS: Allotment holders who choose to be members of the MAA will pay an annual subscription, the amount of which will be decided by a general meeting. Subscriptions will be payable in advance and in addition to the overall rental payment for the member’s allotment garden. OFFICERS: The Officers shall be the Chairman, Treasurer and Secretary, who shall be ex-officio members of the Committee. They shall be elected at each Annual General Meeting (AGM). Retiring Officers shall be eligible for re-election. COMMITTEE: The affairs of the Association will be conducted by a Committee of Management of not less than 4 members, each of whom may serve as a Trustee for the Millfield Allotment Site, as provided for by any lease between the Association and the Swale Borough Council or its successors. The Committee will retire at the AGM but will be eligible for re-election. The Committee shall fill casual vacancies. The members so appointed shall hold office until the AGM. A quorum at committee meetings shall be not less than 3 members. GENERAL MEETINGS: The AGM, of which 7 days notice will be given and at which the audited accounts and Chairman’s report shall be submitted and the officers for the ensuing year shall be elected. If a Special General Meeting is necessary, it must be called by a minimum of six members at Committee or a General Meeting. Six members shall form a quorum, and in the case of equal voting, the Chair shall have the casting vote. Voting shall be on the basis of one vote per allotment holder, irrespective of the number of plots cultivated. Members shall be notified in advance of any proposed changes to the constitution, which will be discussed and voted on at a General Meeting. EXCLUSIONS: No party-political or sectarian discussions shall be raised or resolutions proposed at either Committee or General Meetings. FUNDS: The Committee shall open a Banking account in the name of the Association and all monies received from any source on behalf of the Association shall be paid into such account. 2 out of a possible 3 signatories shall sign cheques. Association funds will not be spent by the Committee other than to pay rent for any lease between the Association and the Swale Borough Council or its successors, or unless it directly benefits allotment holders on the site. AUDIT: There shall be appointed an Auditor, who is not a member of the Committee, to audit the accounts and submit a Report to the Annual General Meeting. This Constitution was accepted at the first AGM of the Association, on 19th November 2002.

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Below are some useful clubs, societies and organisations to help you get the most out of your allotment gardening experience. From national organisations to local clubs, there are plenty of sources of advice and support. Useful Links: Below are some useful clubs, societies and organisations to help you get the most out of your allotment gardening experience. From national organisations to local clubs, there are plenty of sources of advice and support. The National Allotment Society (National Society of Allotment and Leisure Gardeners) is the UK's leading organisation for allotment gardening, providing advice and resources for growers. Millfield Allotments Association is affiliated to the NSALG. Our group membership subscription is paid on your behalf through the collection of a £3 per year subscription paid in addition to plot rental fees, entitling each plot holder to affiliate membership. To go to the NSALG website, click here . Any member of Millfield Allotments Association can access the NSALG website and facilities as an affiliate member. You will need your username, password and our group membership number to log in. If you require this, please contact the Secretary and this will be provided to you The Royal Horticultural Society is also a great source of information, offering guidance on everything from pests and diseases to crop rotation. The charity seeks to promote all aspects of horticulture through its' own collection of five gardens, flower shows, community gardening schemes, and a vast educational programme. It also supports individuals, with training for both professional and amateur gardeners. Faversham Horticultural Society is a local organisation dedicated to gardeners and gardening. The group hold talks and shows in the market town, and organise garden visits also.

Millfield Allotments' communal orchard is located on Plot 58B. Following storms over the last few years, several of the old apple trees had to be felled due to damage sustained. However, one of the older Bramley apple trees still stands on the orchard and a number of new trees have also been planted. We look forward to the fruits emerging in the coming years. All plot holders are welcome to help themselves to the apples from the orchard if they would like some. Communal Orchard: Millfield Allotments' communal orchard is located on Plot 58B. Following storms over the last few years, several of the old apple trees had to be felled due to damage sustained. However, one of the older Bramley apple trees still stands on the orchard and a number of new trees have also been planted. We look forward to the fruits emerging in the coming years. All plot holders are welcome to help themselves to the apples from the orchard if they would like some. The Communal Orchard location is on our Site Map .

Upcoming and past events, including details of our AGMs, Open Days, and social events including Bonfires and BBQs. Upcoming Events Sat 01 Nov Bonfire 2025 / Car Park 3 Learn more 01 Nov 2025, 17:00 – 21:00 Car Park 3, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13, UK Millfield Allotments Association Annual Bonfire Share Sat 29 Nov AGM 2025 / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 29 Nov 2025, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Annual General Meeting Share Past Events Sat 26 Jul Open Day 2025 / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 26 Jul 2025, 11:00 – 15:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Open Day Share Sat 28 Jun Open Meeting / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 28 Jun 2025, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Open Meeting Share Sat 28 Jun Plot Holder's BBQ 2025 / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 28 Jun 2025, 11:00 – 14:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13, UK Millfield Allotments Association Plot Holder's BBQ Share Sat 24 May Hedgehog Talk / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 24 May 2025, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Hedgehogs with Audrey Share Sat 15 Mar Open Meeting / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 15 Mar 2025, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Open Meeting Share Sat 30 Nov AGM 2024 / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 30 Nov 2024, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Annual General Meeting Share Sat 26 Oct Bonfire 2024 / Car Park 3 Learn more 26 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 20:00 Car Park 3, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Annual Bonfire Share Sat 14 Sept Open Meeting / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 14 Sept 2024, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Open Meeting Share Sat 20 Jul Open Day 2024 / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 20 Jul 2024, 11:00 – 15:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Open Day Share Sat 13 Jul Working Party / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 13 Jul 2024, 11:00 – 13:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Working Party Share Sat 06 Jul Working Party / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 06 Jul 2024, 11:00 – 13:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Working Party Share Sat 15 Jun Open Meeting / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 15 Jun 2024, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Open Meeting Share Sat 06 Apr Open Meeting / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 06 Apr 2024, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Open Meeting Share Sat 30 Mar Easter Event / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 30 Mar 2024, 11:00 – 13:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK Millfield Allotments Association Easter Scavenger Hunt and Crafts Share Sat 25 Nov AGM 2023 / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 25 Nov 2023, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13, UK Millfield Allotments Association Annual General Meeting Share Sat 28 Oct Bonfire 2023 / Car Park 3 Learn more 28 Oct 2023, 17:00 – 22:00 Car Park 3, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13, UK Millfield Allotments Association Annual Bonfire Share Sat 08 Jul Open Day 2023 / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 08 Jul 2023, 12:00 – 16:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13, UK Millfield Allotments Association Open Day Share Sat 11 Mar Open Meeting / Garden Room - Social Building Learn more 11 Mar 2023, 11:00 – 12:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13, UK Millfield Allotments Association Open Meeting Share Load More

Millfield Allotments are managed by the Millfield Allotments Association in conjunction with Faversham Town Council. Millfield Allotments Association is pleased to offer a range of plots for rent, including full 10 rod plots, half plots at 5 rods, and a number of raised beds. Allotment gardening is a commitment and applicants must be prepared to maintain the allotment in accordance with the Tenancy Agreement set out by the Millfield Allotments Association and Faversham Town Council. Plot Applications - Looking to take on a plot? Millfield Allotments are managed by the Millfield Allotments Association in conjunction with Faversham Town Council. Millfield Allotments Association is pleased to offer a range of plots for rent, including full 10 rod plots, half plots at 5 rods, and a number of raised beds. Allotment gardening is a commitment and applicants must be prepared to maintain the allotment in accordance with the Tenancy Agreement set out by the Millfield Allotments Association and Faversham Town Council. We recommend plot holders spend around 6 to 8 hours per week tending to their plot during the period between Spring and Autumn. On the establishment of a new tenancy, the tenant shall ensure that at least one-third of the newly-tenanted plot shall be established in good condition within one calendar month from the dat e of the tenancy agreement, weather permitting. Should the tenant be in receipt of a plot requiring substantial work, the schedule of work shall be agreed between the tenant and the committee and that agreement reported to the next meeting of the Association. Applications are made directly to Faversham Town Council, who manage the waiting list and will make contact with applicants once they have reached the top and a plot has become available. All potential applicants should ensure they are willing to abide by the Tenancy Agreement and uphold the plot holder responsibilities prior to making an application. For further information, and to apply for a plot, please visit the Faversham Town Council website .

The allotment gardens at Millfield, Faversham, have a long and varied history dating back to the mid 1900s, originally occupying a larger area to the North of Whitstable Road. The form that Millfield Allotments takes in the present day is a result of several planning and housing decisions made since the Second World War, with the current site being established in 1946. The History of Millfield Allotments: The allotment gardens at Millfield, Faversham, have a long and varied history dating back to the mid 1900s, originally occupying a larger area to the North of Whitstable Road. The form that Millfield Allotments takes in the present day is a result of several planning and housing decisions made since the Second World War, with the current site being established in 1946. ━━━━ October 1944 ━━━━ The Housing (Temporary Accommodation) Act was passed authorising the Government to spend up to £150,000,000 on the provision of temporary houses. This was known as the Temporary Housing Programme. The then Faversham Borough Council were offered, and accepted, fifty temporary houses as part of the programme. ━━━━ February 1945 ━━━━ Proposals for the siting of the temporary housing include the erection of twenty houses in Lower Road, with the remaining thirty being sited at Millfield. ━━━━ March 1945 ━━━━ At the beginning of March 1945 the proposals changed following a meeting of the Housing Committee, where the Town Clerk suggested that an application be made to the Minister of Health to site all fifty houses at Millfield on twenty-nine acres, two roods and thirty-nine perches of largely arable land currently owned by The Right Honourable Earl Sondes. This was due to issues with the electrical supply in Lower Road, and the lower capital expenditure involved in building on a single site. A site plan was submitted by the Borough Surveyor, Mr A. C. E. Richardson, which proposed the use of some land currently occupied by allotment gardens at Millfield. It was appreciated that by this time allottees had started to work their plots by purchasing seeds and manure, and digging the earth, and that earlier notice of the change in proposals may have mitigated some of this expenditure by allotment holders. The Faversham Borough Council adopted the Housing Committee’s recommendations to erect all of the houses at Millfield, and a Compulsory Purchase Order application was submitted. The Ministry of Health suggested a revision of the proposed layout so as to avoid using the part of the site that was currently in use as allotment gardens. ━━━━ 22nd March 1945 ━━━━ The Compulsory Purchase Order, known as the Faversham (Millfield) Compulsory Purchase Order 1944, was confirmed, and was published in the Faversham News and East Kent Journal the following day. Confirmation was also received from the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries of a second Compulsory Purchase Order, known as the Faversham (Millfield Allotments) Compulsory Purchase Order 1944, for the purchase of an additional five acres of land at Millfield for the provision of alternative allotments. These five acres make up the present-day Millfield Allotments site. ━━━━ 8th June 1945 ━━━━ The Town Clerk had received notice on behalf of Earl Sondes for compensation for the acquisition of the land for use as housing at Millfield to the sum of £4,462. An additional notice for compensation was also made in regard of the land proposed to be used for allotment gardening, to the value of £778. ━━━━ July 1945 ━━━━ In July 1945 works began to prepare the Millfield site for the completion of groundworks, and the construction officially begun. ━━━ 9th November 1945 ━━━ The Borough Surveyor had received several claims for compensation from allottees whose allotments had been replaced with roads and sewer works. It was decided that these claims would be heard at a future meeting as it was likely further claims would arise throughout the works. A submission was also made showing where the new land on the Millfield site would be acquired for the purposes of the allotment siting, and to which any displaced allottees would be transferred if they so desired. ━━━ 18th December 1945 ━━━ By the 18th December 1945, sewer-laying and construction of roads had been ongoing for twenty-two weeks, and progress was good. The sewer works were practically complete, and 3,120 feet of kerbing and carriageway shaping had been accomplished. ━━━━ January 1946 ━━━━ After months of failed negotiations between the District Valuer and agents acting on behalf of the Earl Sondes as to the value to be paid by Faversham Borough Council for the Millfield housing and allotment site, the Council made an unconditional offer of £2,600, comprising £2,350 for the thirty-four acres, three roods and twenty-nine perches proposed for housing, and £250 for the five acres, nought roods and thirty perches for allotment gardening. The offer was not accepted by Earl Sondes, and so the matter was heard by arbitrators on the 6th February 1946. ━━━━ 20th June 1946 ━━━━ Allotment gardens on the Millfield estate are formally acquired and designated as allotments gardens under the Small Holdings and Allotments Acts 1908 to 1931, and the Allotments Acts 1922 and 1925. This has been the home of Millfield Allotments ever since. ━━━━ July 1946 ━━━━ Work on the housing at Millfield began in July 1946. Owing to labour shortages, German prisoners of war were employed as labour to assist with the construction. Thirty prisoners were employed on the site. ━━━━ August 1962 ━━━━ Faversham Town Council Housing Committee conduct a vote to determine whether to replace the Millfield temporary houses with bungalows or houses, voting in favour of permanent houses. ━━━━ 1st April 1974 ━━━━ Following local government reorganisation in 1974 under the Local Government Act 1972, Faversham Borough Council became Faversham Town Council. The newly formed Swale Borough Council took control of allotment gardens at Millfield as well as a number of other properties and services. Without their own self-management association, the allotment gardens at Millfield are managed by the Stonebridge Allotments Society. ━━━━ 15th August 2001 ━━━━ Following years of neglect and a recent spate of vandalism on the site resulting in a number of sheds being burned to the ground, a small group of plot holders began to come up with ways to turn the site around. Inspiration came from Ospringe Allotments' Manager Alan Gidlow, who had completely turned the allotment site on Water Lane around. ━━━━ October 2000 ━━━━ By October 2000, the more than sixty-two plots at the allotments at Millfield had become neglected and overgrown, with little cultivation occurring on the plots. A meeting was arranged for the 15th August 2001 at The Market Inn, Faversham, with the intention of separating from Stonebridge Allotments Society to self-manage the site. Millfield Allotments Association was formed, with elected Association representatives being Sandra Todd (Chairperson), Matt Care (Secretary), and Carol Bullen (Treasurer). Both Swale Borough Council and Stonebridge Allotments Society were informed of the Association's intention, and agreed to the self-management scheme. The Millfield Allotments Association established a three phase plan of action to rejuvenate the site. ━━━ Autumn / Winter 2001 ━━━ A work party of volunteers met every fortnight and worked hard to clear the site of debris and weeds, prune overgrown trees, form parking areas, tidy existing plots and create new ones, and incorporate wildlife areas and a picnic area. ━━━━ 21st April 2002 ━━━━ Millfield Allotments Association hold their first Annual Open Day and Scarecrow Competition, giving members of the local community the opportunity to look around the site, raising awareness of the achievements made, and developing new interest in plots. The Scarecrow Competition sees entrants into three categories, including Little Kids, Big Kids and Adults. The competition was judged by Councillor Joan Tovey. ━━━ 5th November 2002 ━━━ Millfield Allotments Association hold their first Annual Bonfire Night, with many plot holders and their families attending. ━━━ 19th November 2002 ━━━ Millfield Allotments Association hold their first Annual General Meeting ━━━━ 28th May 2004 ━━━━ Millfield Allotments Association formally undertake the management of the allotment site in an agreement with Swale Borough Council. And the rest is history!

A collection of images showcasing the Millfield Allotments site, including events, plots, flowers, fruits and vegetables, and wildlife. Image Gallery: Events Flowers Plots Produce Wildlife

The Allotment Association has a small collection of petrol powered tools available for plot holders to use. For a £10 donation per plot, plot holders can use the tools to help maintain their allotment for the whole year. Donations help with the maintenance of the tools and purchasing of fuel. Use of Association Tools The Allotment Association has a small collection of petrol powered tools available for plot holders to use on site. For a £10 donation per plot, plot holders can use the tools to help maintain their allotment and the surrounding paths for the whole year. Donations help with the maintenance of the tools and purchasing of fuel. Tools include a: - Strimmer - Lawn mower - Tiller - Rotivator It is important that the tools are returned in good, clean condition. To arrange use of the tools, please contact the Association giving advanced notice of the date you wish to collect them.

Millfield Allotments comprises approximately 4.5 acres of prime green space, and is surrounded by diverse hedgerows and mature trees, making it a haven for wildlife. The allotment site is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including birds, bees, mammals, amphibians, and insects. There are a number of different habitats, including hedges, ponds, insect banks, wildflower banks, and log and stone piles. It is a great place to observe nature and learn more about the local environment. Wildlife at Millfield Allotments: Millfield Allotments comprises approximately 4.5 acres of prime green space, and is surrounded by diverse hedgerows and mature trees, making it a haven for wildlife. The allotment site is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including birds, bees, mammals, amphibians, and insects. There are a number of different habitats, including hedges, ponds, insect banks, wildflower banks, and log and stone piles. It is a great place to observe nature and learn more about the local environment. We also have a dedicated plot for the production of honey, with a number of beehives located onsite. The plot is managed by a tenant, and the honey is sold locally by the Association with profits returning to the upkeep of the site. More information on our honey can be found on our Honey page.

The Allotments have a fully plumbed toilet, which is wheelchair and disability friendly. The toilet is located beside the Garden Room, just beyond the vehicular entrance gate in the main car park. Access to the toilet is available using the gate key. Toilet Facilities: The Allotments have a fully plumbed toilet, which is wheelchair and disability friendly. The toilet is located beside the Garden Room, just beyond the vehicular entrance gate in the main car park. Access to the toilet is available using the gate key. Most plot holders keep toilet roll in their sheds, however on occasion a roll may be found in the toilet. The toilet also contains a basic first aid kit, in case of any minor injuries.

The Sharing Area at the Allotment is a great way for gardeners to make use of unwanted or unused items. Located beside the toilet, the Sharing Area is a communal space where gardeners can donate items such as tools, seeds, and other gardening materials. Items can also be taken from the Sharing Area, free of charge. All donated items must be usable and not waste, and can simply be left neat and tidy in the Sharing Area. Sharing Area: The Sharing Area at the Allotment is a great way for gardeners to make use of unwanted or unused items, and give them a new lease of life. Located beside the toilet, the Sharing Area is a communal space where gardeners can donate items such as tools, seeds, and other gardening materials. Items can also be taken from the Sharing Area, free of charge. All donated items must be usable and not waste, and can simply be left neat and tidy in the Sharing Area. By using the Sharing Area, gardeners can share resources, save money, and help to reduce waste. It can also be helpful to put a post on our Facebook page to let other plot holders know if you have put something in the Sharing Area.